Are there situations in which the new SBA certification program would deny an application of a firm currently approved under the VA CVE system? Why?

No.  Businesses approved under the CVE as of Jan 1, 2023, receive an automatic one-year extension and, therefore, do not have to apply until they must recertify. Nonetheless, businesses verified by the VA CVE should review the requirements of the new program to maintain compliance with the program and submit notices for material changes as required by the new SBA regulations.